Green Beans With Frizzled Shallots

Recipe By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen (Source)

• Preparation time: 30 minutes
• Total time : 30 minutes

These frizzled shallots are totally addictive and make the perfect crispy topping for this holiday side dish. You can also use them to garnish other vegetables, including mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

• 8 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced in rings
• 1/3 cup (75 mL) all-purpose flour
• VegetabIe oil, for frying
• 1-1/2 lb (680 g) green beans, trimmed
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) butter
• 1/4 tsp (1 mL) finely grated lemon zest
• 2 tsp (10 mL) lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt

Preparation

Separate shallots into individual rings; toss with flour.

In small saucepan, heat about 1 inch (2.5 cm) oil to 350°F (180°C). Fry shallots, in batches and turning once, until crisp and golden, 2 to 4 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towel–lined plate. (Make-ahead: Cover with paper towel and set aside at room temperature for up to 3 hours.)

In large pot of boiling salted water, cook green beans until tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Drain and return to pot. Add butter, lemon zest, lemon juice and sa< toss to coat. Serve topped with shallots.

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Source : Canadian Living Magazine: December 2011